Quickie.

Today, I haven't got much time for this entry so I'll give you the short version.

I'm in love with this bag from bayanhippo.

Also, I want tons of these tiny plants around the house from this seller. They are simple, hard to kill, and so modern!

I don't have a recipe, but that soft-shelled crab looks absolutely delicious!

Hope you like those! Gotta fly!

Totally Relaxed.

Today, I feel really chill. I woke up a bit later than I planned, but I don't feel any stress about it. I made it to class on time and now I have almost two hours to idle before my next class as of this moment. I've got Julieta Venegas in my headphones and things can only get better! :)

At the moment, I'm shopping phones as I'm considering a switch from my stone age phone to a Blackberry or something like it. My heart is set on the Blackberry Curve. It has a prepaid version now, so I'm pretty much on it. I'm not good on commitments! I'm trying to "step my game up" lately regarding the things I own. Higher quality bags, nicer shoes, a better phone! I'm trying to force myself into adulthood. My wardrobe shall no longer be consistently t-shirts. This has been happening gradually, though. I rarely wear casual outfits anymore (like I am today, hoodie and jeans! In my defense, it's freezing out there!).

I also want to get serious about my Spanish. I don't plan on taking anymore classes, but I want to learn on my own time. Juanes' Una Dia Normal album is certainly not helping to ease my frustration! His voice is so great and I understand *some* of what he's saying, but I want to know it all! Moving on.

Today I have two etsy favorites! One being a lovely leather bag and the other being a cute phone cozy! Check 'em out. :)

I usually try to avoid using a seller that's already in the Etsy Finds e-newletter, but I completely adore this one! Her bags are reasonably priced for being handmade, though they're a bit higher than I'd usually spend. I may buy one of these lovelies soon, as I've been looking to upgrade and am not a huge fan of name brands. This bag from hoakonhelga is beautiful! I can see myself walking around campus or the mall with that bad boy on my shoulder! Look!

This little phone cozy is great! I love the kitschiness of moustaches. They're masculine and yet silly. Love 'em! Not extremely grown-up, but it has clean enough lines that I forgive myself for being so darn childish! From the seller NORMandLOU. :)

I must admit, I had a hard time choosing a phone cozy with the huge number of options Etsy has, but that one and others from that seller are so sweet--they won out!

I am so hungry, but I've vowed to stop eating out so I have to be hungry until after my discussion section ends at 3:40! I plan on devouring some pot roast I made after the roast entry! Today, I'm thinking a nice drink recipe will keep my mind off the food I won't be eating for a bit. Check out this tasty looking white Sangria! Doesn't it look beautiful?

Right now, I'm checking out some cool air plants on apartmenttherapy.

Whew! Today's entry covered a wide scope and there was tons of researching going on on my end to get this done! It's funny how much effort goes into blogs, when I initially imagined it would take 5 minutes tops and be total brilliance. Silly me! ;} But I love it!
Adios!

Procrastination!

At the moment, I am doing an excellent job of avoiding the reading assignment for my Public Policy class. I have done my daily Etsy searching, checked out Weardrobe, and read my other dailies. Now, here I am, blogging instead of reading!

That said, today I've got a favorite item. Cowls! I especially love this red one from kayemkay

Beyond that, I don't have much to say today and I've got a bit of a headache. One thing, I saw the movie 'The Americanization of Emily' today and I definitely recommend it! I'd even buy it, it was so great. It was suggested by my War and Film professor and I must say he was spot on with it. James Garner's sarcastic Lt. Commander Charlie Madison is my new favorite black and white character. Behind Mr. Smith. ;) And who doesn't love Julie Andrews? Come on!

Now, I absolutely must start reading! Off I go!
Bye all! ;)

Justice.

Today, my political theory class focused on Plato's Republic and the concepts of justice articulated within it. We pretty much scratched the surface, but that got me thinking that it would be great to give this entry a justice theme. Oh, I know you're already excited!

First, my etsy find of the day is from the shop of sheids. She looks so stern, firm, and utterly unchanging(though I think there's room for discussion of the absolute-ness of justice, or anything for that matter!).

Wouldn't that look so adorable against a delicate silk blouse? Just sayin!

Now, I think I owe you two recipes today because I didn't quite get around to it yesterday.
I think the most just meat is definitely beef! LOL. It tends to be fall-off-the-bone good when you roast it all day in a crockpot or the oven. Check out this tasty option for your next big dinner!

For yesterday's recipe, I went with a dessert. Something that suited my industrial mood (with that potent sourness), but still comes out SUPER DELICIOUS! Check it!

I'm starting something new, too. I've decided to incorporate my quote of the moment. Get excited! Today's quote of the moment is from Shakespeare by way of Shylock, the wronged Jew. It's pretty relevant considering our newfound interest in justice, eh? Giving each his due? Hm.
Here it is, "If a Jew wrong a Christian, what is his humility? Revenge! If a Christian wrong a Jew, what should his sufferance be by Christian example? Why, revenge! The villainy you teach me I will execute, and it shall go hard but I will better the instruction."

I think Shylock was deserving of his moment of spotlight with this speech, as he was wronged, but should injustice always beget injustice? Who knows.

Ci vediamo dopo! (I have an italian translator app! LOL)

Learning Pains

School began last Wednesday and instead of digging into my books I've been rearranging my schedule like mad. I've finally achieved a schedule that I can deal with. The classes I'm taking have snazzy names like, "Milton and his Revolutionary World" and "Public Policy: Theory and Practice." It's pretty funny, the melding of my English minor and Political Science major. But hey, that's always been me--a strange medley of ideas. Plato's Republic is required reading for one of my classes. I sense it's going to be pretty epic.

Today, I've been spending my idle time doing what I love (surfing Etsy for the newest, cutest goods!) and here are my picks for today.
Zipper earrings! Crazy cute and pretty reasonable in most shops. I love the industrial look mixed with bright colors. I just love bright colors! I chose a pair from AmaliaVersaci.
Cute, right?

Today's super cute Etsy splurge is Owen the Octopus from RochellesLittleOnes.
I just love Owen because he matches an IKEA lamp I bought a couple months ago. ;)

Lately, I've been thinking a lot about karma and how the universe views our actions. I don't mean to venture into such deep territory on this generally sweet blog, but I've been giving more weight to thoughts. What I mean is, I think that the universe knows our thoughts and that we are all part of a collective. Our spirits are part of it, I mean. I think positive thoughts can benefit you internally. That's sort of obvious, if you feel good and think positive your days will be better than if you dwell on negativity. But I think it's more than that. I think the collective source of all our thoughts and our very beings can be tainted by our negative thoughts and hinder the collective. Just a bit of food for thought, lovelies. :)
G'day! I'll be back later with the recipe of the day! :]

Finally, I'm back!

So, life has been busy, but I'm back to finally really get in the swing of my blog!

First off, I'd like to start with a daily insertion of my daiy favorite item and maybe a recipe I like as well. :)

Lately, I've been in love with Louis Vuitton graffitti bags by Stephen Sprouse. I know they're not new, but I've newly welcomed high-end designers into my realm of thought. However, this bag changed all of that!

The thing I love today is from etsy! It's a pretty little sloth necklace. I think it's so adorable! It makes me wish I had a little sloth on my neck right now! LOL! :)

Alright, ciao! I've gotta get ready to head out to do some laundry and things. 8D